Electrician in Wigston
From Victorian terraces in South Wigston to post-war homes in Wigston Magna, we help homeowners and landlords keep their electrics safe.
We work as an electrician in Wigston, covering Wigston Magna, South Wigston, Wigston Fields, Kilby Bridge and nearby Blaby, Countesthorpe and Glen Parva. Our work here is mostly in homes, with a good number of landlords among our customers.
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Rewiring terraces in South Wigston
South Wigston grew up in the late 19th century around the railway and local industry, and its streets of red-brick terraces are still at the heart of the area. Like terraces across Leicestershire, many have wiring that's been added to over generations. We regularly find old fuse boards, circuits with no RCD protection and too few sockets for modern life.
A rewire in a terrace is a manageable project, typically taking under a week. We work room by room, keep power on where we can each evening, and leave walls ready for filling and decorating. If a full rewire isn't needed, a consumer unit upgrade may be all you need.
Landlords in Wigston
Affordable terraced housing and good links into Leicester make Wigston popular with landlords. Every private rental needs an EICR at least every five years, and any remedial work has to be done within 28 days. We make that easy:
- Fixed-price EICRs with clear, jargon-free reports
- Fast quotes for any remedial work
- Access arranged directly with tenants if you prefer
- Copies of certificates sent straight to you or your letting agent
The government's guidance for landlords sets out your obligations in full.
Post-war homes in Wigston Magna
Wigston Magna's older core, with its Framework Knitters Museum and historic churches, is surrounded by post-war and 1960s housing. These homes are ideal for upgrades: new lighting, extra sockets, outdoor power and EV chargers on the drive.
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms for rentals
Since October 2022, landlords in England must fit a smoke alarm on every storey used as living accommodation and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room with a fixed combustion appliance, such as a gas boiler. Alarms must be repaired or replaced once the landlord is told they are faulty.
Many of the older terraces in South Wigston still rely on battery smoke alarms. We can upgrade them to mains-powered, interlinked alarms with battery backup, so that if one sounds, they all do. It's a simple improvement that gives tenants much better protection and pairs well with a routine EICR.
Why choose our electrician in Wigston?
We're a NICEIC approved local firm that gives straight answers and fixed prices. If something goes wrong, our emergency electrician service can help you get power back safely. You can learn more about electrical safety at home from Electrical Safety First.
Shops and businesses on Bell Street
Wigston's shops along Bell Street and the surrounding roads include cafés, takeaways, salons and independent retailers. We help local businesses with lighting upgrades, extra circuits for new equipment, periodic inspections and emergency lighting, working around trading hours so there's no need to close.
Nearby areas
From Wigston we also cover neighbouring Oadby, the city of Leicester, and further south to Lutterworth.
Electrical services in Wigston
From small repairs to full rewires, here's how we can help homes and businesses in Wigston:
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Read all reviewsElectrician in Wigston: your questions answered
Do you cover South Wigston and Wigston Magna?
Yes. We cover all of Wigston, including South Wigston, Wigston Magna, Wigston Fields and Kilby Bridge, plus nearby Blaby, Countesthorpe and Glen Parva.
How long does it take to rewire a terrace in Wigston?
A typical two or three-bedroom terrace takes around four to six working days, depending on access and how many extra sockets and lights you want.
Can an electrician in Wigston deal with my tenants directly?
Yes. Many landlords ask us to arrange access with tenants. We confirm the appointment with you and send the certificates straight to you or your letting agent.
Do I need a new consumer unit or a full rewire?
It depends on the condition of the cables. If they are in good order, a new consumer unit may be enough. An EICR gives you the facts so you only pay for what is needed.